: This benchmarking post from November 2025 compares compression ratios and speeds, noting that .7z files are often 30–70% smaller than standard ZIPs, though they take longer to compress.
: Security researchers at ThreatLocker published a late-2025 breakdown of specific vulnerabilities and how game-based training can improve security awareness.
: A detailed PeaZip study shows that 7-Zip (7Z medium) provides the best overall compression ratio (22.75%) compared to WinRAR default settings (25.30%). : This benchmarking post from November 2025 compares
: A recent post from February 2026 warns that researchers uncovered a campaign using a fake site, 7zip[.]com , to deliver malware-laden installers that turn PCs into proxy botnets.
: This pentesting blog explores how attackers use 7-Zip as a phishing vector through specific software misconfigurations. Guides & User Perspectives : A recent post from February 2026 warns
: Broadway Infosys provides a comprehensive look at the history and power of Igor Pavlov’s original archiver. The dangers of 7-Zip and WinRAR - ThreatLocker
Several interesting blog posts cover 7-Zip (and its .7z format), ranging from technical deep dives and security alerts to beginner-friendly tutorials. The dangers of 7-Zip and WinRAR - ThreatLocker
: For those interested in the math behind the tech, this technical blog explains the LZMA algorithm that powers 7-Zip's high compression rates. Security Alerts & Vulnerability Analysis